The 26th annual F.A.W.S. (Farrier's Assocation of Washington State) Convention
and Competition will be held September 24, 25, 26 at the Silver Shoe Arabian
Ranch, 301 Dudley Road, Thorp, Washington, in central Washington off I-90. The
clinician featured this year is Dave Ferguson. The clinic topic will center on
farrier techniques to help foundered horses. Admission on September 24 and 25
is free. There is a lecture fee for the program on September 26. Horseshoe and
farrier supply vendors will feature their products as well. Call 509-964-2971
for more information. All farriers, veterinarians, horsemen and spectators are
welcome. Mr. Ferguson's credentials include: liason for the American Farrier's
Association with the Equine Research Board and member of the U.S. Farrier's Team.